Supply Chain Specialist II (m/w/d)

Primary activities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading projects of cross-functional teams, managing complex information flow, coordinating, and integrating the functional/tactical project management activities for New Product Introduction, in close collaboration with Value Chain Management, Global Launch Planning, and partner with E2E Planners, other Supply Chain functions, and stakeholders across divisions (GHH & MRL).
• Coordinate activities to mitigate risks related to the different milestones across the New Product Introduction stages including, but not limited to: PLR Approval, Code Creation, Initial RCT update, Forecast Positioning, Artwork Readiness, First Packaging, in line with the Health Authority Approval to guarantee successful launches by ensuring system readiness to allow MMD execution.
• Coordinate activities to mitigate risks related to Artwork Readiness. Liaise with Regulatory Affairs, Artwork Centers, and Quality for timely execution
• Understand & translate the packaging lead times, capacity issues, process reliability issues, sourcing flows, market specific requirements (e.g. TOI, shelf life requirements, etc.) and regulatory issues impacting supply into appropriate risk mitigation actions
• Owner of the Product Launch Requirements Process for MMD. Review and Approve PLRs.
  

Professional Education and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, pharmaceutical sciences, business administration, or a related field.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, with exposure to new product introduction, project management, or related roles.
• Basic understanding of pharmaceutical product development processes, regulatory requirements, and commercialization strategies.
• Strong organizational and task management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Rapid Response (prior experience with Merck MRP systems, practices/principles beneficial).
• Fluent in English.
• Basic understanding of Operations, Planning, Regulatory strategy, and Business/Financial acumen beneficial.
• Experience in problem-solving and task management; prior experience in project management is an advantage.
• Pharmaceutical experience is an advantage.